21 Apr 1980
Microphone Test
A television cameraman and his subject find themselves in the middle of an intertwined professional and personal dilemma.
The Story Lady
When Grace comes to live with her daughter and son-in-law, she is eager to find a way to be useful in the community. She loves to read stories to children, and decides to read one on public access television. The response is so strong that a large company hears about it and offers her a television series. Her life becomes complicated as she is forced to make some serious decisions. Through it all, Grace is able to help a young mother realize that time is the most valuable gift she could give to her daughter.
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Jessica Tandy Grace McQueen
Stephanie Zimbalist Julie Pollard
Lisa Jakub Alexandra Pollard
Chris Gartin Scott
Tandy Cronyn Meg
Richard Masur Norm Denton
Ed Begley Jr. Otis
Luis Ávalos Mr. Riley
Andre Rosey Brown Security Guard
Charles Champion Larry Freeman
Ellen Crawford Rita
Mary Pat Gleason Receptionist
Jeanine Jackson Mrs. Oberg
Jean Kasem Sensuous Witch
Michael Mitz Ben Hodgkins
Marcus Smythe Dr. Irvine
Tony Auer Kennedy
Brenda Ballard Client
Allen Bloomfield Mr. Magruder
Charles Durning Judge (uncredited)
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